In light of recent extreme winds and rains, crashing trees and branches and the pond-sized roadway puddles around the Sound, individuals should take preventative measures to ensure themselves, their cars and their homes against avoidable loss and inconvenience. A great source is the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) storm preparedness website: Take Winter by [...]
Nov
8
2009
8
2009
Sep
16
2009
16
2009
Negotiating Value of Damaged Goods in Ravenna Flood
Some Ravenna residents continue to negotiate the value of their personal belongings damaged in the flood caused by the City of Seattle. The City of Seattle promptly accepted responsibility for negligently flooding Ravenna area homes. Now it’s just a discussion of money. While it may seem unfair, Washington state law provides that the value of [...]
Aug
22
2009
22
2009
Most Homeowners and Renters Insurance policies exclude “flood” as a covered loss
Seattle homeowners and renters in the Ravenna neighborhood, just north of the University of Washington, experienced extensive property damage loss when the City of Seattle’s water main broke, causing over 800,000 gallons of drinking water to flood area residents’ homes. City of Seattle has admitted liability.
Ms. Filutowski has a track record of recovering over $3.0 million dollars for her clients through negotiations, arbitrations, mediations and trial.
